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Complete List of Links for the Environmental Mentoring Topic Hub™ -Total Number of Links: 24
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Article/report Abstract: A unique public-private partnership that demonstrates environmental leadership and gives opportunities for businesses and communities to obtain environmental mentoring through interaction with other members. Source: Arizona Department of Environmental Quality URL: http://www.azalliance.org/ Emerging Role of Associations as Mentors Abstract: Discusses different opportunities and examples of associations that have provided mentorship to members and non-members. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.neefusa.org/resources/publications.htm Environmental Mentoring, Business to Business, Peer to Peer [PDF] Abstract: Summary of findings from a roundtable meeting (6/20/02, Boise, Idaho), to share strategies, ideas, and learnings on a variety of mentoring programs in the Pacific Northwest. Source: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality URL: http://www.deq.state.id.us/multimedia_assistance/p2/env_mentor ing_report.pdf Environmental Mentoring: Benefits, Challenges & Opportunities Abstract: Report examines six mentoring programs that have appeared to be beneficial and improved environmental performance. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.neefusa.org/resources/publications.htm Get the Most Out of Mentor-Protege Programs Hard Copy Publication - This article shows benefits for all when a big company mentors a small company, and discusses the role of the mentor in honing the small business, along with marketing, engineering, and other technical skills. Example programs and successes included. Source: Shelley, S., & Rogers, D., Chemical Engineering, 104 (4), 127-132 Going Green, Upstream: The Promise of Supply Chain Environmental Management Abstract: Study on supply chain principles and examples. Supply chains offer opportunities for mentoring. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.neefusa.org/resources/publications.htm Managers as Mentors: Building Partnerships For Learning (2nd Edition) Abstract: Instructional book on understanding one-on-one mentoring and learning concepts applicable to mentoring. Includes specific examples. An e-course is offered on this topic at http://www.iti4training.com/mentors/ Source: Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Author: Bell, Chip URL: http://www.mentors.ca/topmenbks.html Mentoring Handbook - A Guide to Environmental Mentoring for Companies, Nonprofits & Regulators Abstract: This guidebook offers strategies, examples, and important aspects of different types of environmental mentoring. Source: National Environmental Education and Training Foundation and Greenbiz Publications URL: http://www.neefusa.org/resources/publications.htm Putting Mentoring to Work for Your Company Abstract: Makes a case for business mentoring, especially to small and medium-sized businesses. Presents several case studies on business mentoring. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://greenbiz.com/resources/resource/putting-mentoring-work- your-company Standardizing Excellence: Working with Smaller Businesses to Implement Environmental Management Systems [PDF] Abstract: Provides ideas and recommendations to inform and guide organizations involved in or interested in EMS assistance. Source: National Environmental Education and Training Foundation URL: http://www.neefusa.org/pdf/EMSWoskshopReport.pdf Tips For Successful Environmental Mentoring Abstract: Fourteen succinct and important tips for designing and carrying out an environmental mentoring program. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.greenbiz.com/resources/resource/tips-for-successful -environmental-mentoring 
Case study/success story Abstract: Although geared toward entrepeneurs, the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), assists small businesses. Click on "client successes" for case study examples. Source: U.S. Small Buisiness Administration URL: http://www.score.org/index.html Mentoring Program Enhances Safety - Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania [PDF] Abstract: An industrial mutual aid group is mentoring small businesses in Lehigh Valley area in complying with environment, safety and health regulations and providing a safe work place. The group will work with 278 valley companies that manufacture, use, or handle chemicals. Source: Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Solid Waste URL: www.epa.gov/oem/docs/chem/lehigh.pdf Peer Exchange - Rebuild America Abstract: Sample projects from SEI, the coordinator of the Peer Exchange portion of the Department of Energy's Rebuild America program. Source: Strategic Energy Innovations (SEI) URL: http://www.seiinc.org/rebuildamerica.html
Fact sheet/checklist Abstract: A briefing on mentoring; what is it, why do it, and how. Case studies provided. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.greenbiz.com/resources/resource/the-abcs-mentoring
Manual/handbook/curriculum Abstract: Gives expert advice, tools, and case studies to maximize benefits of mentoring such as employee productivity and meeting organizational needs. Also includes tips on evaluating effectiveness of mentoring. Source: Murray, Margo. Wiley Europe (Publisher) URL: http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0787956759.h tml Mentoring for Change Abstract: Although not specific to environmental issues, this site offers a model and for mentoring and coaching. Source: Dr. Mike Turner URL: http://www.mentoringforchange.co.uk/ Partnering with Vendors: Supplier Workshops for Mutual Gain Abstract: (For purchase) Booklet explains how to hold a supplier workshop with first tier suppliers to uncover ways of improving environmental/cost/quality performance across organizations. Source: Axis Performance Advisors, Inc. URL: http://home.pacifier.com/~axis/sust_series.html#descriptions The Natural Step (TNS) in Australia Abstract: The Australia TNS has a personal learning course in which TNS implementers “tutor” others in implementing this standard for sustainability. Source: The Natural Step Environmental Institute Australia URL: http://64.207.158.76/au.naturalstep.org/index.html
Other resources Abstract: A dynamic approach to coaching leaders using a four-phase methodology, promotes a healthy coach-client relationship and effects change. Source: Author: Mary O'Neill URL: http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0787950165.h tml
Proceedings Abstract: Proceedings summarize discussions on examples of business mentoring initiatives, what works and doesn't, measuring success, building a program, what small-to-medium sized businesses need, and financing. Source: Greenbiz.com URL: http://www.neefusa.org/pdf/ICEMconf1.pdf
Web site Abstract: Hosts mentor members willing to provide voluntary assistance and experienced insight to another member on pollution prevention (P2) subjects and related environmental issues. Mentors serve as apeer-to-peer resource for business, industry, and others. Sea Source: Chesapeake Bay Program Office URL: http://www.chesapeakebay.net/b4bay.htm Oregon Natural Step Network (Portland, OR) Abstract: Supports organizations interested in using The Natural Step framework for sustainability and has a peer learning group network and a "sustainability coach" contracted through the US Environmental Protection Agency. Source: Oregon Natural Step Network (Portland, OR) URL: http://www.ortns.org/ Public Entity Environmental Management System Resource Center (The PEER Center) Abstract: The PEER Center provides EMS guidance, tools, and training, and links you to real-life mentors, technical assistance, and problem-solving strategies. Source: U.S Environmental Protection Agency URL: http://www.peercenter.net/
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